The MICE Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

This heritage offers event planners unique opportunities to create memorable experiences that incorporate the automotive theme. For event planners, the museum offers three meeting rooms, with the largest accommodating up to 350 seated guests. Mercedes-Benz Museum The Mercedes-Benz Museum is an extraordinary event venue.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The most common mistake we’ve noticed is that many event planners still plan their virtual or hybrid events based on an in-person-only format. We saw an incredible surge in event platforms , leaving many event planners confused. But here’s the situation: the events industry is not going back to how things used to be.

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Endless Events

MARCH 24, 2022

Thanks to an absolute boom of event technology solutions , event planners can now craft data-based event strategies and measure their event success better than ever before. First, planners define their event goals – what they want to achieve with this event – and break them down into measurable event KPIs. Happy planning!

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Even though there are now more than 100 event platforms on the market, many event planners still choose Zoom in its limited form for their virtual experiences. Zoom , in its limited form, is still a choice for many virtual event planners because it’s budget-friendly and easy to use. Registration & ticketing.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

And as virtual events kept evolving, planners were bombarded with dozens of features and opportunities from platforms swearing they were the next big thing. However, the world of virtual events is as new to attendees as it is to planners. Registration & Ticketing. Networking & Engagement. User-Friendly UX .

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Today, there are so many simpler, faster, and more precise ways to track attendees: QR codes, RFID technology, Event platforms and event apps, Event registration software, Other attendee tracking software solutions. That’s why it’s important for event planners to understand what drives them and why. SEAMLESS REGISTRATION PROCESS.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

But he’s been to many conferences both as an attendee as well as a keynote speaker that he knows all about engagement and networking at events. Instead, event planners should focus on creating the right experience for the attendees. But I’m hearing the same old thing from event planners.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

If planners choose to evolve their event strategies the old way, they often struggle to allocate their budgets to cover all the new ground that’s been established since the virtual revolution. Among the most popular in the events industry are corporate budgets, attendee registration fees, partner sponsorships, and/or donations.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 19, 2021

Planners were inundated with information about masks, sanitizers, and social distancing. While it’s important to emphasize that no event is risk-free, event planners can implement many safety processes that ensure the safety of their attendees, exhibitors, and staff. Contactless registration & payment.

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Endless Events

APRIL 13, 2022

When event planners measure how many attendees have attended their events before, they are getting insights into attendee loyalty. Registration analytics will show how many guests are returning, while session, engagement, and content analytics offer insights into attendee behavior. The answer is to lean on analytics.

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Endless Events

MAY 19, 2020

In our 2020 event trends survey, 47% of event planners believed tailored break out session paths would be the biggest personalization trend for events in 2020. Choosing what to do at an event especially larger scale events with hundreds of sessions, networking events, keynotes and more can feel very overwhelming. And they are right!

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 6, 2023

Creating a safe, friendly and memorable event Forging a safe and engaging space can be a tall order for some meeting planners, but there is a road map to creating an inspiring event that will continuously drive engagement for your current and future events. No answers are wrong. All that kind of stuff makes people feel safe,” said Kaiser.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

In our 2020 event trends survey, 47% of event planners believed tailored break out session paths would be the biggest personalization trend for events in 2020. Choosing what to do at an event especially larger scale events with hundreds of sessions, networking events, keynotes and more can feel very overwhelming. And they are right!

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Endless Events

JANUARY 28, 2022

Event trends 2022 are here and let us tell you, it’s an exciting year for event planners who dare to dream big. Others, however, might seem a little bit too daunting for a novice planner, but they’re just what innovative and tech-savvy planners are looking for. Most trends in our guide are beginner-friendly.

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Endless Events

MARCH 7, 2022

When we talk about the most popular event platform features , we typically think of registration and ticketing , integrations, gamification, and analytics reporting, for example. But what good are any of those if event planners are not taught how to use them or if they stop working mid-event? Customer Support Should Be The Standard.

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Endless Events

APRIL 10, 2020

Most planners are now scrambling to figure out how to replicate the in-person experience in a virtual environment. What existing event technologies do you already have for registration and/or networking? Do you already have registration or networking tools? And we’re right there with you!

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

As an event planner, you know virtual and in-person events require a completely different setup. Event planners are opting for event platforms for in-person events for these 13 reasons. You don’t have to worry about collecting business cards or messing around with paper registration forms at the event. Simplify Networking.

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Endless Events

MAY 20, 2022

While they are typically more expensive than in-person events, there are also many ways event planners can save money with a hybrid event and see a higher event ROI. Do they attend your events for content, networking opportunities, or innovation? When it comes to hybrid event budgets, let the audience and event goals be your guide.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

No wonder registrations soared off the charts. Conduct surveys, analyze behavioral data from past events, talk to registrants and read comments they post in chat. What if registrants are divided? We’ll talk more about ROI in a minute, but first let’s answer planners’ top questions about hybrid events. Know your audience.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

With a reported 350-400 registrants, the summit will be attended by planners, suppliers, domestic and international buyers, press and cultural heritage and climate community representatives. Downtown Richmond, Virginia How to Get Involved Registration for POPS is open now and the registration information can be found here.

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Endless Events

MARCH 18, 2022

Event platforms can be an event planner’s best friend. They have become the building block of a modern event strategy because they offer continuous audience engagement and help event planners measure event ROI in new, better ways. Finally, we explain how event platforms can help planners measure event ROI and reach their goals.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

By offering refund insurance at a nominal rate, you can give each person peace of mind that they’ll receive their registration fee back in the case of an emergency. Raise your registration fee. Raising your registration fee by 10 percent allows you to generate another $50,000 without doing anything different.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

First, identify if you are hosting a blend of your general session and a few select breakouts or if you are planning a live and a full virtual meeting, including multiple breakouts/networking/exhibit hall. We have many planner friends who say the toughest challenge is planning two meetings in one. Tina Luppino. They are right.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

A Survey Exploring the Motivations and Values of Independent Planners Might Help Lean Planning Teams Elevate Events The future of events is a little unpredictable, to say the least. Judge is particularly proud of the possibility that a freelance network can empower women to stay in the workforce while taking care of their families.

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Endless Events

MAY 5, 2022

And as event planners were somewhat forced into a technological era of event planning, many of them started seeing the benefits of event technology. Prior to event apps and platforms, event planners relied on pre-event and post-event surveys to measure event ROI. Planners can even plan on going completely paperless.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

She’s an expert in building professional networks for member-based and attendee-driven organizations. The idea of an integrated community where the community is about a social network for your entire ecosystem to come together to network and share content.”. But above all resources, she recommends networking with your peers.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Since 94% of event planners report having problems with their event platform setup, you certainly wouldn’t be the only one with UX issues. Don’t promote your app just on registration day — share your event app deets with attendees ASAP so more people get the memo ahead of time. Networking tools, like contact information swapping.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 6, 2022

We have a strong opportunity to deepen the process of hosting in-person, hybrid and virtual events and are excited to be able to better support meeting planners and event organizers while offering a wider range of products and experiences,” he said in a statement. See also: Tech Mergers Could Simplify Virtual Meeting Management.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 22, 2022

AR for events can also significantly change how presenters and event planners communicate with attendees. . AR Can Help Planners and Venues. Communication and Networking. I was also thinking about how AR changes networking too,” adds Will. “If Using AR Can Improve the Speaker-Audience Relationship. asks Will. “AR

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2018

Whether you’re hosting a small-scale networking event, a sprawling fundraising gala or a multi-day professional conference, generating buzz is essential for ensuring your event is well-attended by excited guests ready to engage with your work. Why not ask early-bird registrants to vote on their favorite t-shirt design?

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 4, 2019

Start your dialogue with decision makers through more personal communication, either at networking events or via social media. Ronnie Higgins works at Eventbrite , helping event planners level-up their registration game. Resist the urge to begin a sponsor relationship by flooding email inboxes with your initial proposal.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

“Remember the days when planners thought that they didn’t need event apps ? Virtual Networking Tools. But what about virtual networking? You can do it at registration as well. Then, the planner can decide what kind of groups they want to create based on how people answer those questions.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 24, 2025

Providing marketing tools, such as attendee demographics and registration insights, helps exhibitors identify potential business opportunities and focus their efforts. Provide Valuable Resources Giving exhibitors access to valuable resources can significantly improve their experience and outcomes.

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 7, 2024

Are you tired of attending the same boring networking events that feel more like a chore than an opportunity to connect with others in your industry? It’s time to ignite your networking game with innovative corporate event ideas that will leave a lasting impact on your professional development. Let’s dive in!

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Smart Meetings

MAY 17, 2021

Event planners, speakers and attendees all saw their calendars cleared out last March, returning slowly with virtual events and only now showing a glimmer of hope for the return of live conferences. That should be the guide for determining the experience as a planner. What is the experience you would prefer as an attendee?

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 17, 2021

Meanwhile, the 800-pound gorilla in the streaming meeting space, Zoom, announced this month that it is launching Zoom events, an all-in-one platform that will include a “build your own event hub,” ticketing and registration and a management dashboard for multi-day and multi-track conferences. Not all will survive,” he warned.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 11, 2023

Since its founding in 2010, EventMobi has expanded its reach to over 30,000 corporate and non-profit event planners. Its full suite of event management tools includes event registration and check-in, advanced analytics, mobile event apps, customizable branding and design, engagement and networking tools and more.

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